Thompson, Diffie Headed for Oklahoma Hall

Hank Thompson and Joe Diffie are slated to join the Oklahoma Music Hall of Fame during an annual dinner and induction ceremony, Oct. 8 in Muskogee, Okla. Both artists will perform. Thompson, born in Waco, Texas, is a member of the Country Music Hall of Fame. Diffie, who grew up in Velma, Okla., embarks on the Rockin’ Roadhouse Tour June 22 with Mark Chesnutt and Tracy Lawrence. Pop and jazz vocalist Kay Starr and jazz guitar pioneer Charlie Christian also will be inducted. 06/07/02